Ford Recalls Half a Million SUVs because Trim Can Fall Off
- Ford recalled 556,043 vehicles on May 27, 2025, including 63,898 2025 Mavericks and 492,145 2016-2017 Explorers, due to airbag and structural defects.
- The recall followed reports to NHTSA and investigations starting in 2019, with current studies showing trim adhesion failures causing safety concerns.
- The door trim on older Explorers can detach while driving, creating hazardous debris and risking occupant injury from unclear airbag status indicators.
- Ford stated it is unaware of accidents related to the defect and will mail owner notifications starting June 9, 2025, with free repairs at dealerships.
- This recall adds to several Ford safety actions this year and highlights ongoing challenges resolving vehicle component adhesion problems.
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Ford recalls nearly half a million older Explorers due to door trim that can detach while driving
WASHINGTON (AP) — Ford is recalling nearly half a million older Explorer models because part of the door trim can detach while driving and cause a dangerous road hazard, U.S. auto safety regulators said Wednesday. Ground beef sold nationwide possibly contaminated with E. Coli A notice posted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said the recall covers 492,145 Ford Explorers, model years 2016-2017. The vehicles were produced…
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